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Landlord's Agent in 2025
Sara Mercer
Amerihome Realty
(626) 788-1971
1 in this area
15 Total Sales
197 Firefly Irvine, CA 92618
Portola Springs Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,935
Sq Ft
2,100
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Community Pool
- Park
- Loma Ridge Elementary School Rated A
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of August 2025Stunning Corner Lot detached 4-bedroom 3-bathroom home in the desirable Colibri Portola Springs Irvine. Airy bright open floor plan with high ceilings featured with upgraded crown molding, designer's paint, LED lights, The Chef-inspired Gourmet Kitchen is featuring with upgraded stainless-steel appliances, granite counters with backsplash, a center island with bar seating and separate dining area. The backyard provides lots of privacy with patio and brick planters for greens/plants. Enjoy the SoCal lifestyle! Custom window shutters and blinds on windows through the house. Thoughtfully designed main level bedroom with an adjacent full bath leaves plenty options to utilize as office, guest room or study room. The primary suite features double sink, plantation shutters, spacious walk-in-closet, and upgraded en-suite spa like bath with soaking tub and oversized walk-in-shower. The secondary bedrooms are designed in perfect size to share the hallway bath. Full size laundry room with wash sink, tankless water heater and 2 car attached garage with direct access and plenty of storage space. Full Size driveway with street parking available! Walk to nearby parks, trails, award-winning schools, and tons of amenities. Conveniently located close to Shopping, grocery stores, and freeways. Please verify all info.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Amerihome Realty Brokerage Phone: 949-636-7166 License #01996382 Listed on: 06/14/2025
Last Renter's Agent
Amerihome Realty Brokerage Phone: 949-636-7166 License #01996382 Listed on: 06/14/2025
Condo Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,849
Year Built
- Built in 2013
Lot Details
- 2,100
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,935 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Additional Features
- Exterior Lighting
- No Common Walls
- Central Air
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $5,000
- Rent includes association dues
- 12-Month Minimum Lease Term
- Available 7/12/25
- Tax Lot 4
- Tax Tract Number 17511
- Assessor Parcel Number 93476118
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- 100 Units
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Park
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 1, 2022
Closed on
Feb 18, 2023
Sold by
Sun Ping and Sun Qin
Bought by
Double Love Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Sara Mercer
Amerihome Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christine Han
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop
Sold Price
$4,400
Views
9
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,635,826
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 1, 2022
Closed on
Nov 9, 2022
Sold by
Chu Xiaowei and Chu Juan
Bought by
Zhang Qin and Sun Ping
Seller's Agent
Sara Mercer
Amerihome Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christine Han
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop
Sold Price
$4,400
Views
9
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.70%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 9, 2018
Closed on
Dec 12, 2018
Sold by
Ting Jack Tzung Chien and Cai Lian
Bought by
Chu Xiaowei and Cai Juan
Seller's Agent
Paul Young
Pacific Sterling Realty
Buyer's Agent
Yanjing Chu
Keller Williams Palos Verdes
List Price
$879,000
Sold Price
$879,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.24%
Original Mortgage
$527,400
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2017
Closed on
Jul 28, 2017
Sold by
Lu Mei Ling
Bought by
Ting Jack Tzung Chien and Cai Lian
Seller's Agent
Tony Yueh
COMPLETE PROPERTY SERVICES
Buyer's Agent
Freeman Wang
PARTNER Real Estate
List Price
$828,000
Sold Price
$818,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.21%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.35%
Original Mortgage
$531,700
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Love Living Trust | -- | -- | |
| Zhang Qin | $1,230,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Chu Xiaowei | $879,000 | Fidelity National Title Oran | |
| Ting Jack Tzung Chien | $818,000 | Ticor Title Co Of Califonia |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Chu Xiaowei | $527,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Ting Jack Tzung Chien | $531,700 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2025 08/14/25 | Rented | $4,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/06/2025 08/06/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/21/2025 07/21/25 | Price Changed | $4,800 | -4.0% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 07/12/2025 07/12/25 | Price Changed | $5,000 | -3.8% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 06/14/2025 06/14/25 | For Rent | $5,200 | +10.6% | -- |
| 07/15/2024 07/15/24 | Rented | $4,700 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/11/2024 07/11/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/04/2024 07/04/24 | Price Changed | $4,700 | -4.1% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 06/24/2024 06/24/24 | For Rent | $4,900 | +11.4% | -- |
| 12/25/2022 12/25/22 | Rented | $4,400 | -2.2% | -- |
| 12/13/2022 12/13/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/01/2022 12/01/22 | For Rent | $4,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/16/2022 11/16/22 | Sold | $1,230,000 | -4.5% | $636 / Sq Ft |
| 10/26/2022 10/26/22 | Price Changed | $1,288,000 | -3.7% | $666 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2022 10/25/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/12/2022 10/12/22 | Price Changed | $1,338,000 | -3.6% | $691 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2022 09/30/22 | For Sale | $1,388,000 | 0.0% | $717 / Sq Ft |
| 09/05/2021 09/05/21 | Rented | $4,500 | +4.7% | -- |
| 08/29/2021 08/29/21 | Off Market | $4,300 | -- | -- |
| 08/28/2021 08/28/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/26/2021 08/26/21 | For Rent | $4,300 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/25/2021 08/25/21 | Off Market | $4,300 | -- | -- |
| 08/21/2021 08/21/21 | For Rent | $4,300 | +17.8% | -- |
| 06/01/2019 06/01/19 | Rented | $3,650 | -3.9% | -- |
| 05/21/2019 05/21/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2019 05/19/19 | For Rent | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 01/29/2019 01/29/19 | Sold | $879,000 | 0.0% | $454 / Sq Ft |
| 12/14/2018 12/14/18 | For Sale | $879,000 | 0.0% | $454 / Sq Ft |
| 12/12/2018 12/12/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/09/2018 12/09/18 | Off Market | $879,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/27/2018 11/27/18 | Price Changed | $879,000 | -2.3% | $454 / Sq Ft |
| 11/09/2018 11/09/18 | For Sale | $900,000 | +10.0% | $465 / Sq Ft |
| 09/14/2017 09/14/17 | Sold | $818,000 | -1.2% | $423 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2017 07/16/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/16/2017 07/16/17 | For Sale | $828,000 | +1.2% | $428 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2017 07/13/17 | Off Market | $818,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/06/2017 06/06/17 | Price Changed | $828,000 | -1.2% | $428 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2017 06/06/17 | Price Changed | $838,000 | -0.1% | $433 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2017 04/23/17 | Price Changed | $838,999 | -0.7% | $434 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2017 04/12/17 | Price Changed | $845,000 | -0.5% | $437 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2017 04/04/17 | For Sale | $849,500 | -- | $439 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,849 | $1,279,692 | $871,525 | $408,167 |
| 2024 | $16,849 | $1,254,600 | $854,436 | $400,164 |
| 2023 | $16,554 | $1,230,000 | $837,682 | $392,318 |
| 2022 | $13,383 | $923,985 | $537,440 | $386,545 |
| 2021 | $13,193 | $905,868 | $526,902 | $378,966 |
| 2020 | $13,107 | $896,580 | $521,499 | $375,081 |
| 2019 | $12,478 | $834,360 | $509,923 | $324,437 |
| 2018 | $12,879 | $818,000 | $499,924 | $318,076 |
| 2017 | $12,780 | $812,368 | $487,967 | $324,401 |
| 2016 | $12,620 | $796,440 | $478,399 | $318,041 |
| 2015 | $12,503 | $784,477 | $471,213 | $313,264 |
| 2014 | $12,346 | $769,111 | $461,983 | $307,128 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Sara Mercer
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Shelley Gaisford
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Shelley Gaisford
Keller Williams Realty
(714) 321-9975
23 Total Sales
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Yanjing Chu
Seller's Agent in 2022
Yanjing Chu
Keller Williams Palos Verdes
(310) 880-8299
3 in this area
17 Total Sales
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Christine Han
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Christine Han
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop
(949) 552-0505
8 Total Sales
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XUEMEI SUN
Buyer's Agent in 2022
XUEMEI SUN
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
(626) 382-1688
1 in this area
48 Total Sales
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Patty Field
P
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Patty Field
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
(949) 753-7888
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25133383
APN: 934-761-18
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